by Immunence | Apr 21, 2020 | The Science
Flu shots only reduce the risk of infection by about half … which is still much better than nothing. But there is no vaccine against the common cold, and no proven preventive measure for colds or the flu. So it makes sense to adopt any diet or lifestyle measure that... by Immunence | Apr 21, 2020 | The Science
‘Antioxidant’ is a buzzword that often makes an appearance in health and wellness rhetoric. And it’s not surprising – these potent compounds are poised to defend your body from those reprehensible, DNA-attacking villains: free radicals. It’s an epic tale of good... by Immunence | Apr 21, 2020 | The Science
Lignans in Flax and Chia Seeds Lower the Risk of Breast Cancer The old adage “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” best describes what our focus should be regarding breast cancer, which is the most common form of cancer that affects women, and is the... by Immunence | Apr 21, 2020 | The Science
Definition of a plant-based diet A plant-based diet consists of all minimally processed fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds, herbs, and spices and excludes all animal products, including red meat, poultry, fish, eggs, and dairy products. Overview... by Immunence | Apr 21, 2020 | The Science
A 1999 autopsy study of young adults in the US between the ages of 17 and 34 years of who died from accidents, suicides, and homicides confirmed that coronary artery disease (CAD) is ubiquitous in this age group. The disease process at this stage is too early to cause...